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Sunshine Behavioral Health
Dodgeville, Wisconsin

PRN - Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechPer Diem

Listed compensation

$17-$22.5/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Join a Team That’s Changing Lives – One Recovery Story at a Time

At Wood Violet Recovery, we don’t just treat addiction—we transform lives. As an affiliate of Sunshine Behavioral Health, our mission is rooted in hope, healing, and a belief in the power of sustainable recovery. Nestled in the heart of Dodgeville, Wisconsin, our residential treatment program serves adults ages 18–64 with compassion, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to their journey.

We’re looking for a few PRN Behavioral Health Technician to join our operations team, who want to make a real difference while working in a meaningful, mission-driven environment. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be the steady presence during vulnerable moments and the first warm welcome for clients taking courageous steps toward recovery!

Available Shifts

Our PRN Behavioral Health Technicians work on an as-needed basis to help cover vacations, sick time, and busy periods. While PRN hours aren't guaranteed, you'll have the flexibility to pick up shifts that fit your schedule whenever openings arise. This is a great fit if you're looking for flexibility and enjoy stepping in to support the team when help is needed most!

  • 1st shift: 6:30am-3:00pm
  • 2nd shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm
  • 3rd shift: 10:00pm-7:30am

What You'll Do

  • Provide transportation to clients on an individual and group level, including to appointments, to/from the airport, and group outings.
  • Complete the intake process when clients arrive to treatment (including going through consent forms, giving a facility tour, and answering questions).
  • Conduct routine vitals and wellness checks and document client progress.
  • Be a calm, compassionate presence in emergencies or moments of need.
  • Participate in group activities and client engagement when appropriate.

What You Bring

  • A high school diploma or GED (required), and at least 18 years old.
  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • CPR & First Aid certified—or willing to get certified.
  • Experience or strong interest in addiction recovery or human services.
  • The ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
  • A passion for helping others heal!

Benefits & More

  • Free Daily Meal: One complimentary meal per shift from our on-site (gourmet) cafeteria!
  • Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative and compassionate work environment where your contributions are valued.
  • Quarterly Bonus Opportunity: Receive a percentage of your quarterly earnings as a bonus based on company performance!

At Wood Violet Recovery, we believe in the power of people—and that includes our team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment for all.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include providing transportation for clients to appointments and outings, completing the intake process upon arrival, and conducting routine vital signs and wellness checks while documenting client progress. Technicians must also serve as a calm, compassionate presence during emergencies and participate in appropriate group activities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old, along with holding a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Willingness to obtain CPR & First Aid certification and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen are also mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Client TransportationVitals MonitoringEmergency ResponseCPR CertificationBackground Check ClearanceDrug Screen Clearance

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 30% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 60% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,319 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Dodgeville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$314k
Median resident rent
$999/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Madison, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sunshine Behavioral Health

Medical Practices
San Juan Capistrano, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Free Daily Meal
Quarterly Bonus Opportunity